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Andor star Adria Arjona does a superhero exit when asked about James Gunn's DCU Wonder Woman rumors
Actress Adria Arjona, known for her role in Andor, humorously dodged questions about rumors linking her to the role of Wonder Woman in James Gunn's DC Universe. While she expressed affection for Gunn and his team, stating they gave her her first movie role, she did not confirm or deny any specific casting. The article speculates that further announcements regarding her potential involvement might be made at San Diego Comic-Con.
New trailer for DCU's bloody body horror movie Clayface is sure to give you nightmares
A new trailer for the DCU horror film Clayface has been released, showcasing the terrifying transformation of Matt Hagen. The movie, directed by James Watkins and written by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini, is set to premiere on October 23. The trailer highlights the body horror elements and the character's origins, drawing inspiration from Batman: The Animated Series.
Clayface star Tom Rhys Harries was inspired by the Arkham games' "effective and psychologically jarring"…
Tom Rhys Harries, who plays Matt Hagen in the upcoming DCU film Clayface, revealed that the Batman Arkham games, particularly Arkham Asylum's depiction of the character, served as inspiration for his portrayal. Harries noted the games' effective and psychologically jarring take on the villain, despite Clayface having a more prominent role in Arkham City. The film is described as a body horror and psychological thriller, aiming to expand the tonal range of the DC Universe.
SDCC wishlist: These are the 6 announcements we're hoping to see at San Diego Comic-Con 2026
This article outlines a wishlist of desired announcements for San Diego Comic-Con 2026, focusing on potential reveals for upcoming movies and TV shows. Hopes include casting news for The Rings of Power season 3, a trailer and timeline details for Blade Runner 2099, a new trailer for Lanterns, a trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, a Silo spin-off announcement, and a trailer for Mike Flanagan's adaptation of Carrie.
The Batman 2 hit by another delay as Matt Reeves gifts first look at Robert Pattinson in the sequel
The Batman 2, starring Robert Pattinson and directed by Matt Reeves, has been delayed again and is now scheduled for release on February 18, 2028. Director Matt Reeves shared a camera test featuring Pattinson in costume. The article also mentions potential cast additions like Sebastian Stan and Scarlet Johansson, and briefly touches upon other DC projects like The Brave and the Bold.
4 years after it was shelved by Warner Bros, Batgirl star J.K. Simmons also wants to know why it was never released
Actor J.K. Simmons expressed his confusion regarding Warner Bros.' decision to shelve the Batgirl film four years ago, stating that test audience scores were not the reason for its cancellation. Simmons, who played Commissioner Gordon in both Justice League and Batgirl, noted that the film was deemed "not releasable" by DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran. He recalled enjoying the production of the superhero movie, which starred Leslie Grace as Barbara Gordon.
The DCU project I still can't believe is happening might have cast its lead
DC Studios is reportedly in talks with Jimmy Tatro to play Gorilla Grodd in a new TV show focusing on Jimmy Olsen, which will be presented in a true crime documentary style. Despite the underperformance of 'Supergirl,' DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran expressed confidence in the company's long-term strategy, with 'Lanterns' set to release in August.
After the worst opening for a DC movie since Aquaman 2, Supergirl is projected to drop 60% at the box office this…
The DC movie Supergirl is projected to experience a significant 60% drop in its second weekend at the box office, earning an estimated $15 million. This follows a disappointing opening of $37.1 million, making it the lowest DC opening since Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. The film's $170 million budget is unlikely to be recouped based on current earnings.
Supergirl's official box office opening has been confirmed, and it's lower than Joker 2
The DCU film Supergirl has officially opened to $37.1 million in the US, performing worse than initially reported and underperforming compared to Joker: Folie à Deux and Morbius. Despite the disappointing box office results, DC Studios co-head Peter Safran expressed confidence in the studio's long-term strategy. The film, which cost approximately $170 million to produce, faces an uphill battle to recoup its costs due to mixed reviews and a lackluster storyline.
Milly Alcock's Supergirl is flawed, funny, and extremely cool – and she's the superhero I wish I'd…
Milly Alcock's portrayal of Supergirl in the new DCU film is praised for being flawed, funny, and cool, offering a refreshing take on a female superhero. The article highlights the film's focus on female leads and its potential to usher in a new era of diverse representation in superhero cinema, contrasting it with past trends in the genre.
First DC Studios anime murders Batman and puts Joker on a "violent quest" to find his killer
DC Studios has unveiled its first anime project, Joker: Laugh Riot, at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. The story follows the Joker on a violent quest through Gotham's underworld to find Batman's killer after his murder. Directed by Yasuhuro Aoki, the project is separate from the main DC cinematic universe and explores the Joker's identity crisis without his greatest adversary.
James Gunn gave the Supergirl director "guidelines" on one character and told him to change a scene
Director Craig Gillespie stated that DC Studios head James Gunn provided specific guidelines for the character Krypto in the upcoming movie Supergirl, emphasizing that the super-dog would not act in certain ways. While Gunn gave Gillespie creative freedom, he was particular about Krypto's behavior, especially in scenes involving a bar. The film is set to release in UK cinemas on June 25 and US theaters on June 26.
Supergirl is tracking to earn less than The Flash in its opening weekend
Pre-release tracking indicates that the upcoming DC film Supergirl is projected to earn approximately $51 million in its opening weekend in the US. This figure is expected to be less than The Flash's $55 million opening in 2023, though Supergirl has a smaller production and marketing budget compared to Superman's $125 million debut. Early critical reactions to Supergirl have been positive.
James Gunn didn't want Supergirl to be too similar to Superman: "Make it distinctive"
Director Craig Gillespie stated that James Gunn encouraged making Supergirl visually and thematically distinct from Superman, treating each DC Studios film as its own graphic novel. While Supergirl will feature Superman and Krypto, the film focuses on Kara Zor-El's off-world story and her team-up with Ruthye. The movie is set to release on June 26.
Supergirl writer says the upcoming DCU movie is "completely different" from her DCEU Supergirl script:…
Supergirl screenwriter Ana Nogueira stated that the script for the upcoming DC Universe movie is entirely new and does not carry over any elements from her previous script for the cancelled DCEU Supergirl film starring Sasha Calle. The new Supergirl, based on the comic "The Woman of Tomorrow" and starring Milly Alcock, will be a fresh take on the character, differing significantly from Calle's portrayal. The film is scheduled for release on June 26, 2026.
Supergirl promo reveals the moment Kara and Kal-El meet in the new movie
A new promotional spot for the upcoming DCU movie Supergirl reveals the moment Kara Zor-El meets her cousin Kal-El. The footage also shows Superman giving Kara her iconic suit. The film is set to release on June 26 and is the second movie in James Gunn's DCU.
DC boss says Supergirl will return in Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow: "She's a major part of what we're…
DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran confirmed that Milly Alcock will reprise her role as Supergirl in the upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow. Safran stated that the character is a significant part of their future plans for the DC Universe.
James Gunn confirms Lanterns HBO release date, hours after the teaser was mysteriously pulled from YouTube
DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran have confirmed that the new HBO series Lanterns will premiere on August 16. The show, which follows Green Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart investigating a murder, was teased with a trailer that was briefly pulled from YouTube before being re-released with the confirmed date. Gunn described the series as a blend of superhero and buddy cop genres with a 'True Detective' vibe.
DC Studios co-CEO disagrees superhero fatigue was ever a thing, instead calls it "mediocre movie fatigue"
DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran believes the decline in interest for superhero films is due to "mediocre movie fatigue" rather than genre fatigue. He stated that studios need to innovate and present original stories, citing Supergirl as an example of a fresh concept.
Despite months of radio silence, James Gunn says that Booster Gold and the Wonder Woman-adjacent show compared to Game of Thrones are still happening at DC
James Gunn confirmed that the Booster Gold series and the Game of Thrones-inspired Paradise Lost show are still in development at DC Studios. While an announcement for Paradise Lost may be closer, the Booster Gold series is further off.
